Hiatal Hernia

A hiatal hernia describes what happens when the upper portion of your stomach bulges through the diaphragm, which is the large muscle separating the chest from the abdomen. There is a small opening in the diaphragm, called the hiatus, and the esophagus passes through this opening before it connects to the stomach. When the stomach pushes through this opening and into the chest, hiatal hernia is the result.

If you have a minor hiatal hernia, you may never know. Larger hiatal hernias, on the other hand, can cause noticeable symptoms.

What causes hiatal hernia?

Hiatal hernia is a result of weakened muscles, which allow the stomach to bulge through the diaphragm. This can be caused by aging or injury from trauma or surgery. Other potential causes of hiatal hernia include being born with an abnormally large hiatus or suffering from intense pressure from vomiting, coughing, straining during bowel movements, or lifting heavy objects.

Is a hiatal hernia dangerous?

While it sounds serious, a hiatal hernia actually doesn’t cause symptoms in most cases. Many people who experience a hiatal hernia won’t need treatment.

What sort of treatment is used for hiatal hernia in cases where treatment is necessary?

If you have ongoing symptoms like acid reflux, you may require medications or surgery to treat hiatal hernia. Your doctor may prescribe medications to neutralize stomach acid, reduce acid production, or block the production of acid. If medication does not improve symptoms or if you have serious complications, such as significant inflammation or narrowing of the esophagus, your doctor may perform surgery. For example, surgery can allow your doctor to pull the stomach back down into the abdomen and reduce the size of the opening in the diaphragm.

Common Symptoms

“I had symptoms of acid reflux, and it felt like I was regurgitating food back into my mouth.”
“I experienced heartburn, and I was having trouble swallowing food.”
“I had chest pain and shortness of breath.ausea and vomiting.”

Sources:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hiatal-hernia/symptoms-causes/syc-20373379

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Mike T.

Great people and a nice comfortable flow.

Steven C.

They were very professional and nice all in one.

Marsha G.

Everyone on the team that I interacted with was pleasant, patient, and professional.

Lavaughn C.

Dr Abadir is a great dr. Listens to you and decides the course of treatment. Very happy with him and this office

Yvonne G.

Dr. Bakker let me read off a list of items of concern and she responded to each item on the list.

Robert B.

I have had several preventative digestive tract inspections performed by Dr. Weber. The-procedure prep. Is explained very clearly and is leasier than in the past

Rosemary P.

Dr. Wille and his staff are always kind and welcoming.

Nicole M.

Worked really hard to move my appointment and procedure data up to be seen. Super grateful!

Alex S.

Dr Quallich and his staff are amazing. They are so kind and compassionate. He truly cares about his patients and their wellbeing.

Lolita M.

It was a calm and peaceful experience.

Trevor M.

I was very nervous to get this procedure done not knowing what to expect. Everyone from the women in the front office all the way to the doctor or nothing but polite made me feel calm and that everything will be all right and it was. Thankfully, everything went well and I don’t have to go back for another five years.

Darlene V.

Staff was efficient, knowledgeable, and caring.

Diane F.

Dr. Bakken in very professional, answers questions, and makes you feel very comfortable. She is the best.

Dan A.

Not that a colonoscopy is a delightful procedure, but the staff at the Center for Digestive Health made it as pleasant as it could be. The office was well staffed, prompt, clean, and the entire staff from check in, to nurse assistant, to anesthetist, to the doctor were all TERRIFIC examples of how a medical center should be operated. Caring people work here and I am so grateful that this scary experience for me turned out well and i was made SO comfortable! THANKS to you ALL!

Stephanie P.

Dr. B was very helpful and thorough

Keith G.

Great place, easy procedure.

Mazen D.

Everyone was courteous and professional from scheduling to the procedure itself and afterwards. They made an unpleasant experience tolerable. Thank you to all. Highly recommend.

Rick M.

I only waited in the waiting room about five minutes they took me right in And the young lady explained everything thoroughly while she was giving me the IV and next thing I know I was in recovery waiting to go home

greg B.

Excellent process and staff. Dr. Donat and his staff nurses and anesthesiolgist were top notch , explained each step of the procedure and reviewed the results with me in terms that were easily understood.

Cathy H.

Everyone was so pleasant and cheerful and kind. Very good experience.

DEBBIE R.

They were very prompt on time in extremely nice. The place was very clean and they were all very professional.

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The staff is polite and friendly. Dr. Bakken is a very good doctor. She's very attentive, thorough and knowledgeable. Always going the extra mile to ensure you get the best medical treatment. Thanks!

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The staff were welcoming and professional. Dr. John Weber was very helpful and knowledgeable. My husband and I feel that we are going to do well under Dr. Webers care.

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Dr Willie and the team was exceptional, efficient, and caring. I was treated as if I was the most important patient they had that day. True professionals in every way.

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I’ve been a patient of Dr. Donat for about 20 years and I’ve always felt comfortable and have been treated so well with everyone on his staff. They’re friendly and very helpful with any questions or concerns I’ve had.

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Friendly people! Clean and organized. Highly recommend! They even followed up the next day to see how I was doing!

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Staff very knowledgeable. Dr. Bakken always take time to talk to you and doesn't make you feel rushed.

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From the pleasant staff to the wonderful and understanding Dr. Saeed ,I felt that my concerns and questions were heard and professionally answered. I would highly recommend using the Troy Center for Digestive Health.

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Dr. Nandi. He is a great doctor. He explains everything that I can understand and his assistant the nurses they were great they did a really good job and my husband and always appreciated and thank you for working.

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I had a colonoscopy that morning. All of the staff were friendly, kind and put me right at ease. I was not nervous at all.Dr. Richard Wille is the best.! He was on time, greeted me, made sure I felt comfortable and answered all my questions.The procedure was over quickly, and they called in my family member that was with me and explained everything to them and answered any questions they had. They made sure I felt fine and comfortable before they allowed me to leave. A staff member walked me out safely to my car that was waiting to pick me up. I was back home and in my own house, and it only took an hour and a 1/2 for the whole experience.Very pleased.

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Dr. Willie is one of the best. Always good when I talk to him. Best in the biz.

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My husband saw a physician assistant, Jennifer, who was enormously helpful and understanding. Some of the issues we were having, she referred to Patricia Brown, who phoned us almost as soon as we got home. As my husband said, “they are really on top of their game.”

Jill V.

Dr. Weber and his staff makes you feel comfortable. The process was easy from the checkin desk to recovery. I would highly recommend Dr. Weber.

Valantino G.

Staff were welcoming, professional and kind.Dr. Bologna was cordial and concise. He greeted me prior to the procedure, explained everything, it was my first time doing so. It went smoothly with no issues and post procedure he visited me and verbally went over the procedure as well as the written explanation of what took place. I recommend him highly. He seems to care about his practice by treating his patients with such acknowledgment.

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My appointment was on time everything went along efficiently. My PA was informative and interested in me.

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I have known Dr. Nandi for 24 years. He treated my 16 year old son when he was hospitalized. We have been seeing him ever since. That son is now a part owner of three primary/urgent care locations. He refers all his gastro patients to Dr. Nandi.During my visit last Friday, the staff was all friendly, caring, and very attentive. I will continue to be a patient there as long as Dr. Nandi practices medicine.

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Sally O.

So pleased with the staff meeting I had. Everything was explained in detail and the nurse went over all the tests, reviewed diet with me and gave me good suggestions to help with my acid reflux. I would recommend the doctor and staff very highly and they are so professional.

Lena C.

This is my first visit there and I have to say they were all so very nice and informative . They made sure you felt comfortable . I highly recommend Dr Donat and staff at the surgical center .

Heiner S.

Everything about the procedure went flawless, it was quick and on time.Everyone was very professional and kind.

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Dr. Borgula, his staff, among them, Lillie and Dave and all the other others are outstanding in their service. They are not only professional, but friendly and make the patient feel very comfortable. I would highly recommend them.

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Lani W.

Friendly staff and my doctor is easy to talk to about my GI health.

Richard K.

Friendly, competent, helpful service. Answered all my questions and modified care accordingly. Clerical service also helped me.

Gerry C.

Process and Procedure at the Center went well - in and out to eat very quickly!I had a very good/informative conversation with Roger (nurse) reviewing my medical history and the procedure...and no issues at all with the IV! I also had the same experience with my anesthologist Kristen, however...I didn't recall when the discussion ended...zzzzz....(I think they are like that)Thanks Dr. Weber and see my next review in 5 years.

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Appt was right on time and everything went very quickly. Everyone was very professional but also very kind. Doctor spent as much time as needed with me. My favorite doctor! Would highly recommend this practice.

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I was very pleased with both the staff and clean environment. Everyone was so friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Would recommend this Center to anyone. My only suggestion is that they provide hospital socks to cover smelly or bare feet on patients, in order to help protect the surgical staff. 🙂

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Center for Digestive Health is an outstanding practice. I've received tremendous care from Dr. Leonard Quallich & Nurse Practitioner's Noelle Maude & Nicole VanMeldingham. Highly recommended!

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Kurt B.

Very friendly staff. Made the experience way better. Thanks to the entire staff.

Connie S.

The appt was on time & I felt my Doctor listened attentively & responded with applicable recommendations for me.

Linda M.

My visit was very easy and efficient.

Carolyn G.

Dr.Donat and his medical staff are cordial, professional and efficient. I have always had a positive experience there.

Linda M.

Dr Wille & his staff are the best! Dr Wille always listens to my health questions & together we come up with a good plan.

brenda c

After seeing 7 doctors I felt so good leaving this appointment. The doctor was very thorough and explained everything to me. Loved her.

Susan L.

Dr. Saeed did not seem rushed. I have a 30 yr history and recent health problems affecting my previous treatment.She listened to my concerns, can up with a plan of care, includinh my input/concerns. I feel confident in her ability to help me maintain control of my Chron's disease. Her office staff is also very pleasant and thorough. All in all very pleased with my first visit. Thank you.

Andrzej S.

Dr Bologna and his staff are friendly and professional. They listen are knowledgable and caring. Would highly recommend

Brittany T.

Took me immediately, didn't have to wait. Dr came in pretty quickly after I saw the nurse. Took my concerns seriously and scheduled my procedure within 2 weeks.

G. C.

Well organized and every person explained what they were doing and why. It put me at ease

Cat C.

I had a visit with Noel, she made me feel very comfortable, and was able to address all my issues. I felt she was very knowledgeable about how to help me. She was able to come up with a plan, and explained it to ensure I understood completely. Noel was very friendly and professional. Excellent experience!

Marcia L.

All staff was very kind and helpful. My visit with Dr Bakken was right on time. She made things very comfortable and didn't rush through our appointment.

Johnny D.

It was how one would want an experience to go. No issues. No confusion. Friendly people. Felt confident with how each interaction went. See you in ten years.

John W.

The Center for Digestive Health and Dr. Wille have been taking great care of me for some time. I have nothing but high praise for the entire organization.

Laura L.

Love my doctor and everybody in the office. Would highly recommend this office CFDH

Leland T.

The sraff were professional but friendly.My appointment was prompt.Dr KahnWas great and was easy to talk with.Very good experience.

James B.

Very efficient and organized.

Stacey W.

The staff were efficient and kind. The wait time was nominal. Dr. Wille was great, very clear in his explanations and the plans moving forward. Highly recommend!

Cindy

Dr. Wille is a very caring, compassionate doctor! He looks you in the eye instead of typing on his computer while you talk, that is so important to me, it shows me that he is LISTENING to me and cares what I have to say. To get an appointment to see him in the office takes awhile, that's how popular he must be. I can see why. That is my only negative that I have encountered. He was timely once it was my appointment time to see him. I appreciated that since so many doctor's have you sit for awhile in the exam room waiting for the doctor to walk in. I would recommend Dr. Wille to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, caring, and compassionate gastroenterologist. Thank you Dr. Wille!

Devin G.

Excellent facility. Well managed and will definitely recommend to others.

Nancy K.

Jennifer is terrific. She listened well to all my concerns and answered everything I asked. She is very knowledgeable and I never felt rushed even though she was the only Dr/NP in the office that day. She gives different treatment options and genuinely cared about my situation. Thank you Jennifer!

Pam M.

Very kind and attentive staff, and Dr Baaken is so compassionate! Never a fun procedure to go through, but they all make you feel so comfortable and cared for every step of the way.

Sandra G.

Staff is caring, professional and friendly.

Pat J.

I found the staff compassionate and helpful and was given an appointment with PA for my initial concerns. She accommodated me via Telehealth and we covered a lot of territory. She brought sharp focus to next steps, and I was satisfied and grateful.

Tim L.

All the staff were very pleasant. They got me in on time. Didn't have to wait long to see Dr Donat. everything went really smooth and the visit was a good one.

Dana D.

Everyone was very sweet, comforting and knowledgeable. The staff all made the procedure seamless and easy!

Patty P.

Dr. Abadir listened attentively and is proactive with issues. The appointment was on time and efficient, as was the office staff. Very professional and I am happy with both the doc and office.

Thomas G.

CDH is exceptional with heartfelt care during the intake, organization in patient procedure queuing and surgical excellence in the procedure and discharge.

Rae S.

Dr.Bakken was great! Staff was very nice, they are my go to.

Patti B.

The Team that took care of me was the best I have ever experienced. From Emily to Lilly to Page and on to Phil, Dr Quallich and another young man who’s name I did not get. This Team made me comfortable and my anxiety was at zero because in my heart I knew they cared for me and my health and comfort. Having a colonoscopy is no fun. Thank you to Dr. Quallich and Team.

Melissa R.

Wonderful bedside manner. All my questions were answered. Staff was fantastic!!!!!

Pauline T.

The staff was amazing starting with Kate who helped me through understanding the prep. I’ve been putting it off for years. I’m so thankful to have it behind hind me now. I definitely won’t be putting it off again. If you have questions just ask them.

carla C.

I’ve had several colonoscopy and never had such a pleasant experience as here (made this procedure a lot easier to endure). This was my first visit here and the entire staff were very helpful and the rooms were so clean..individual room for prep and recovery.Dr. Willie was very kind and very pleasant . If I could give “10” stars I definitely would

K K

Great experience with staff and Dr. Bakken.I usually see Nicolette VanMaldeghem in between visits with Dr. Bakken and she is excellent as well. I have nothing but good things to say about this practice.

Brian Z.

Excellent and professional.

Linda B.

Dr. Nandi and his full staff are amazing, kind, and caring.

K. Y.

My second time under the care of Gastroenterologist, Anezi Bakken and her staff, and my second experience, like my first 10 years ago, was extremely thorough and highly professional. I recommend this doctor and facility without hesitation.

Linda H.

Efficient staff Very caring doctors.

Doris F.

Excellent communication about concerns, Dr and staff friendly, patient, and takes the time to listen to offer alternate treatment.

thomas B.

This a well oiled machine. They processes you quickly and get you in and out in a timely manner.

James W.

I love Dr. Donat. He is so friendly, nice and professional. He is an excellent Doctor. I had a great overall experience. I would refer a friend.

Crystal M.

Staff and doctor was very nice and made sure I was comfortable and at the end of my procedure, they spent the time with me to go over the resulys. Highly recommend the office on 22 and Romeo Plank.

Thomas F.

Dr. Weber is terrific! I feel very confident and comfortable with him as my G.I. specialist. His assistants, Debbie and Jamie, are very helpful, accommodating and pleasant.

Elisabeth H.

Very professional from beginning to end!

Kathy O.

I had a great office visit with Dr Willi’s NP today. She was very thorough, explained everything to me, and she was very patient with my multiple questions.

Patricia B.

I see Dr. Nandi and I am very pleased with the knowledge he has.

David T.

Waiting time was fantastic. They took me in before i could finsh my paperwork. Dr. Saeed os magnificent

patrick F.

The PA was very knowledgeable and treated me like I was her only patient for the day.

Tom S

I was weighed and the taken to an exam room promptly where BP and temp were taken. Dr. Wille came in shortly after and I was on my way home 20 minutes after my appointment time. Dr. Wille explained test results, discussed my situation, and ordered additional testing, and did not rush me at all.

Kathy A.

Dr. Donat is truly one of a kind!! He’s so sweet! He makes you feel like you’re a friend, he makes things very comfortable and understandable as well! His knowledge is amazing! If you are looking for a Gastroenterologist, you need to make your appointment with him!! He is the BEST!!!

Mary B.

Dr. Wille was clear in informing me about the procedure he would perform. Moreover, he was attentive to my description of my recent medical issues in mouth and esophagus which are relevant to his work. His answers were clear and reassuring.

Jerome H.

On time ,Excellent procedure performed by Dr Nandi excellent care provided by entire staff.

Dawn L.

Everyone is always friendly. Able to make an appt quickly. Very efficient. I've never waited for more than 5 to 10 minutes to be seen. Nicolette is very thorough and takes her time to explain things. I've never felt rushed. I've only ever seen Dr. Wille for my colonoscopy and he's always been very pleasant and answers all of my questions without feeling rushed. I highly recommend this office.

L H.

My visit to Dr. Donat was excellent. We discussed my issues and recommendations were made. Very satisfied.

V C.

Every employee from the reception desk to the escort to the parking area was friendly, smiling and willing to help me. Made my colonoscopy so much less stressful. Such an impressive group of people! Thank you Dr. Quallich and your team!

Phil N.

Very professional and efficient. All the personnel I interacted with were pleasant, knowledgeable and professional.

Lenore V.

Great staff , enjoyed visit with the doctor!!!

Sharyn C.

Staff very friendly & helpful. Love Dr. Wille

Henry R.

Dr. Wille is the best. Very knowledgeable and personable. Takes time to explain everything and answer all my questions. Thanks!

Michelle W.

This was my first visit to this center and it was absolutely a 5 star experience. Very friendly staff and excellent care.

Steve D.

Highly recommended well-oiled machine. Everyone was kind and courteous from receptionist, to nurses, to anesthetist to Dr. Wille. I was back in my car in less than 1 hour 20 minutes from my appointment for colonoscopy. Great job everyone.

Debra B.

I thought they were all really nice considerate efficient I was in taking care of and out

Mark S.

Prep is hell, but actual procedure went well and all the people were wonderful.

Cora R.

Love Dr Quallich!! Always nice to see him. His bedside manner is wonderful. He just makes sense and he is funny! I always feel better after my visit with him. His staff is very pleasant, kind and they are so organized. God bless them all. 😊

Lois W.

The employees of the center for digestive health in Troy Michigan are very professional and very friendly. I was made to feel very at ease, I was a new patient and I left there feeling absolutely great. I appreciate everyone’s friendliness and professionalism.

Filis M.

Clean, prompt, organized and professional. Dr. Donat is thorough and explains everything well. Highly recommend.

Mary S.

I did not have to wait long at all and the Jennifer was very informative and knowledgeable.

Pamela H.

Jennifer was awesome and very thorough with my appointment. I am so glad I found her having just moved to Michigan from Tennessee!

Deb F.

The surgical area is very clean and the staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Dr. Tocco talked to me afterwards and I also received post operative information. I was in and out in a very reasonable time.

Winnie C.

Debbie went out of her way to help me get an appointment with Dr. Abadir set up. All of the staff we encountered were pleasant, helpful, and competent. Dr. Abadir listened and provided a plan to address my husband's issues.

Eric I.

Great service

TM E

Excellent facility and great service by all.

Donald S.

The check in process was very easy and the staff personal were courteous,The setup process for my procedure was very easy and the nurse had np problems installing the IV in my hand and I had no bruising afterwards.Dr Wily

Bernie F.

Dr. Donat was great, in fact the entire operation was top notch. Arrived at 11am, had my procedure and was out of there a little after noon and had the results online in 1-2 days. Highly recommend this practice.

DeLano H.

Staff is A-1. Very helpful, explained everything about my procedure. It was my first time and I was nervous. Everyone reassured me these the hardest part was already over. You know what? They were right!! Great job👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👌🏽✌🏽

Carletta H.

My experience with Nicollet was very important information that was explained to me that made perfect sense that the others did not thank you, Nicollet, for connecting the dots for me

William M.

The staff and Dr Bologna was great and very helpful.

Angie J.

On time and efficient getting me ready for Endoscopy. Each member of the medical team were kind, caring, compassionate, and very professional. Dr. Wille is my favorite. I’ve been with this practice for 20+ years and have had numerous EGD’s as well as the routine colonoscopies. This is the team you want!

Christopher V.

Great office everyone very helpful and polite.I will recommend to everyone.

Dave B.

why send review ir Cordwell health , they change what you writeDr Nandy is a great concerning dr.

Kenneth E.

Everyone was very nice. A pleasant experience.

George I.

Dr. Amir Abadir is very professional and knowledgeable. The communication with the office staff is great

Cheryl S.

The staff was very friendly and I was well taken care of.

Cynthia C.

My experience was positive from beginning to end. The clerical staff upfront was very professional and courteous. The medical staff was very professional yet they were engaging and courteous, and very concerned for my well-being and comfort. I have never had a bad experience with this office and would highly recommend them to anyone that needed their services.

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Our Doctors

We’re proud of our team here at Digestive Health Institute. Our health care providers include some of the very best colorectal surgeons, gastroenterologists and physician assistants. To learn more about our qualified team of specialists, please visit our providers page.

Amir Abadir MD, FRCPC

Anezi E. Bakken MD, MS

Sante D. Bologna MD, FACP

M. Emin Donat MD, FRCPC

Partha S. Nandi

Leonard G. Quallich III MD

Jack Tocco DO

John R. Weber MD

Richard T. Wille MD

Tusar Desai MD

Aalia Saeed, MD

FAQs

What happens during my first visit?

If you are a new patient, you can expect to have a complete physical exam. You will also be asked detailed questions about your current problems and your past medical history, your current medications, allergies, your family history and other pertinent medical information. If you are taking medications, please bring a completed medical history form with you to your appointment. Once the physician has reviewed your medical information and completed the physical examination, a plan of care will be developed. You may need to be seen again in the office, be referred back to your family physician for follow-up care, or require additional testing. If additional tests are needed, we will assist you in scheduling these tests.

What if I need to schedule an endoscopic procedure?

An endoscopic procedure allows the physician to visualize a part of your gastrointestinal tract with a special instrument called an endoscope. If your family physician has ordered testing, you will be contacted by telephone by one of our staff members. If a physician orders testing and you are in the office, the procedure can generally be scheduled during the course of your visit. You will be given a date, time, and location for the test, as well as written instructions telling you how to prepare for the test. If you have any questions about the procedure, please feel free to ask one of our staff members or the physician.

How do I get test results?

We ask that you wait 10 to 14 days before contacting us for results. Often results come from several different sources. This information needs to be compiled and reviewed by your physician before you can be appropriately advised.

What insurances do you accept?

We accept payment from most insurance companies including Medicare, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Physicians Health Plan, Cofinity, Sparrow Professional Health Network, Medicaid, McLaren, Health Plus, and several others. Accepted insurances are subject to change at any time without notice.

If your insurance requires an authorization from your primary care physician, you may be asked to assist us in obtaining this authorization.

All patients are responsible for all copays and deductibles at the time of service.

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